Ruger: Biography, Early Life, Age, Career, and Net Worth

Ruger

Michael Adebayo Olayinka, known professionally as Ruger, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who gained fame with his hit song "Bounce" in 2021.

Ruger's Profile

Full Name Michael Adebayo Olayinka
Stage Name Ruger
Date of Birth September 23, 1999
Age 25 years old (as of 2024)
Place of Birth Lagos State, Nigeria
State of Origin Kogi State, Nigeria
Nationality Nigerian
Religion Christianity
Occupation Singer, Songwriter
Notable Songs "Bounce," "Dior," "Abu Dhabi," "Asiwaju"
Record Label Blown Boy Entertainment (2024)
Net Worth $500,000 USD (as of 2024)

Early Life and Background

Ruger was born on September 23, 1999, making him 25 years old as of 2024. He grew up in Lagos State, Nigeria, but his roots trace back to Ijumu Local Government Area in Kogi State. He is a Nigerian by nationality and practices the Christian faith.

Career

Ruger's musical journey started at a young age, performing in his school music band and church choir. During his high school days, he began creating songs and performing at various events. His big break came in 2021 with the release of "Bounce," leading to a recording deal with Jonzing World. "Bounce" became a hit from his EP "Pandemic", featuring on the Top 50 chart in Nigeria at number 39 and reaching number 20 on the TurnTable End of the Year chart. It also secured the number 2 spot on Apple Music's top Afrobeats songs.

In November 2021, Ruger released his second EP, "The Second Wave," with "Dior" as the lead single. The song peaked at number 32 on the Top 50 chart and number 15 on the UK Afrobeats Singles Chart. Since then, he has released several other popular songs, including "Abu Dhabi," "Asiwaju," "WeWe," "POE," and "Kristy."

In 2024, Ruger left Jonzing World to start his own record label, 'Blown Boy Entertainment.'

Net Worth

As of 2024, Ruger's net worth is estimated to be around $500,000 USD.

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